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Troye Sivan

Troye Sivan Mellet is a South African-born Australian singer-songwriter, actor and former YouTuber.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Troye Sivan Mellet is a South African-born Australian singer-songwriter, actor and former YouTuber known for his pop music and film roles.

What it is

Troye Sivan Mellet (born 5 June 1995 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is an Australian pop artist and actor. He first gained attention through YouTube and acting, then built an international music career with EPs *TRXYE* and *Wild*, and albums *Blue Neighbourhood*, *Bloom* and *Something to Give Each Other*.

Key details

Sivan's debut single "Happy Little Pill" reached the Australian Top 10. His EP *TRXYE* peaked at number 5 on the US *Billboard* 200. He has acted in *X-Men Origins: Wolverine*, the *Spud* films and *Boy Erased*. As of 2024, he had sold 10 million albums worldwide.

Why it matters

Sivan is openly gay and has been noted for LGBTQIA+ representation in pop music and fashion. His work has earned chart success and industry recognition, reaching global audiences including Canada.

In short

  • Born in South Africa, raised in Australia.
  • Rose to fame as a YouTuber before focusing on music.
  • Known for pop hits and acting roles.
  • Openly gay and active in LGBTQIA+ representation.
Canadian angle

Troye Sivan has relevance for Canadian readers as an internationally successful pop artist whose releases and tours have reached global audiences, including Canada; however, the provided sources do not give Canada-specific biographical details.

Quick questions

Who is Troye Sivan?
Troye Sivan is a South African-born Australian singer-songwriter, actor and former YouTuber known for pop music and film roles.
What music made Troye Sivan famous?
He gained early music recognition with the EPs *TRXYE* and *Wild*, and with his debut single "Happy Little Pill."
Has Troye Sivan acted in films?
Yes. Sources list roles in *X-Men Origins: Wolverine*, the *Spud* films and *Boy Erased*.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troye_Sivan
    Supports: Early recognition for TRXYE and Wild; chart placement of TRXYE; debut single success; 2024 album-sales figure.
  2. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troye_Sivan
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, and occupations.
  3. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/troye-sivan.html
    Supports: Birthplace, early YouTube career, and acting debut/credits.
  4. Universal Music Publishing Group — https://www.umusicpub.com/es/artists/troye-sivan
    Supports: Career overview, albums and EPs, awards, streams, and LGBTQIA+ representation.
  5. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troye_Sivan
    Supports: Acting roles in X-Men Origins: Wolverine and the Spud trilogy.